Custom 50G SFP56 BiDi Optical Transceiver

  • Simplex Fiber Optimization: Establishes a full 50Gbps duplex link over a single strand of single-mode fiber (SMF) via internal WDM diplexers.

  • PAM4 Modulation: Leverages advanced 50G PAM4 signaling to double bandwidth capacity without increasing physical port footprint.

  • Matched Wavelength Pairs: Available in precision-calibrated A/B configurations (e.g., 1270nm-TX/1330nm-RX) for flawless bidirectional communication.

  • Bespoke Reach Options: Optical budgets are factory-tuned to support various metropolitan spans, bypassing the need for separate receive strands.

Product Description

The 50G SFP56 BiDi transceiver is engineered for environments where dark fiber resources are exhausted or cost-prohibitive. By integrating Wavelength Division Multiplexing (WDM) into the SFP56 form factor, this module allows bidirectional 50GbE traffic on a Simplex LC interface. WolonFiber utilizes high-grade BOSA components and integrated DSPs to mitigate chromatic dispersion and return loss. Every pair is factory-coded to ensure 100% interoperability with next-gen 5G fronthaul and enterprise routing platforms.

Key Features

  • Fiber Efficiency: Directly halves fiber leasing and infrastructure costs by utilizing one fiber core for both transmission and reception.

  • Advanced Clock Recovery: Features built-in TX and RX CDR for jitter suppression and precise timing synchronization.

  • Thermal Management: Optimized metallic housing ensures stable PAM4 operation within standard commercial temperature ranges (0~70°C).

Application Scenarios

  • 5G Fronthaul (CPRI/eCPRI) rollouts with limited dark fiber availability.

  • Point-to-point metropolitan edge aggregation over simplex optical infrastructure.

Technical Specifications

Specification Details Specification Details
Form Factor SFP56 BiDi Vendor Name WolonFiber
Max Data Rate 53.125Gbps Modulation Format PAM4
Wavelength 1270nm-TX/1330nm-RX (Pair A) Tailored Reach Up to 10km / 20km (Customized)
Connector Simplex LC Media SMF (Single-Mode Fiber)
Transmitter Type CWDM EML / DFB Receiver Type PIN
TX Power -4.5 to 4.2dBm Receiver Sensitivity < -10.8dBm
Extinction Ratio > 3.5dB Max Power Consumption ≤ 3.0W
DDM/DOM Supported Operating Temperature 0 to 70°C (32 to 158°F)

Engineering FAQs

  • Q: Can I use two identical 50g sfp56 BiDi modules to form a link?
    A: No. BiDi transceivers must be deployed in complementary A/B pairs. The transmit wavelength of module A must exactly match the receive wavelength of module B.

  • Q: Does WolonFiber offer an aruba 50g sfp56 compatible BiDi version?
    A: Yes. We custom-flash the EEPROM with precise Aruba vendor identifiers, ensuring the transceiver is accepted as a native component by the host OS.

  • Q: Why is an sfp 50g BiDi more efficient for 5G rollouts?
    A: It eliminates the need for a second fiber strand per link, allowing operators to double the capacity of existing 5G fronthaul cabling without new trenching.

  • Q: What happens if the simplex LC end-face is dirty?
    A: Because BiDi optics transmit and receive on the same port, contamination causes high return loss that can saturate the receiver. Strict cleaning is mandatory for stable 50G performance.

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